Serbia’s “Super-Sunday” of 6 May this year - including elections at local, provincial and national level - and the Congress’s election observation mission, were discussed at today’s meeting of the Chamber of Local Authorities, in the framework of the 23rd Congress Session. A recommendation and resolution were adopted. With presidential as well as parliamentary elections also being held on the same day, Head of Delegation, Nigel Mermagen (UK, ILDG), regretted “local issues were largely overshadowed by the race for President”. This comment was echoed by Väino Hallikmägi, speaking for the Committee of the Regions (EU), which participated in this Congress’ election observation mission. While the question of proper polling booths still needs addressing, speakers also referred to the situation of the Roma minority which seems to be particularly vulnerable to possible electoral malpractices.
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